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Downlight Regulations

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I am trying to get a definitive answer to a question regarding the regulations on the installation of downlights.


Could you please tell me under what circumstances it is a legal requirement for fire safe downlights to be fitted rather than ordinary downlights. 


I have a top floor flat with ordinary downlights fitted in a false ceiling. They use led bulbs. 


I am concerned that an eicr survey will insist on the downlights being changed. 


There is no accommodation above my flat. 


Would you please be able to advise on this matter 


Many thanks. 

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    A competent person, including yourself if you are can replace them.  A certificate is not required for replacement or maintenance  although i would strongly recommend you check that the earthing to the lights is satisfactory .  Some fire rated lights are class one.   As these lights are in a false ceiling below the original ceiling there is no issue.
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    A competent person, including yourself if you are can replace them.  A certificate is not required for replacement or maintenance  although i would strongly recommend you check that the earthing to the lights is satisfactory .  Some fire rated lights are class one.   As these lights are in a false ceiling below the original ceiling there is no issue.
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